Clifford the Big Red Dog
children's book series· published 1963
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Clifford the Big Red Dog is an American children's book series and media franchise focusing on the adventures of 8-year-old Emily Elizabeth and her titular, gigantic, love-filled, red-furred pet dog. It was first published in 1963 and was written by Norman Bridwell. There are 91 books in the series, with the final two released posthumously after Bridwell's death in 2014. The premise has been adapted into animation, video games, stage productions, and live-action, with the 2021 film being the most recent as of 2025. Clifford is the official mascot of Scholastic Corporation.
Adaptations (1)
Clifford the Big Red Dog was adapted into a 2021 film.
Clifford the Big Red Dog2021 · film · 96 min · dir. Walt Becker · IMDb ↗As Emily struggles to fit in at home and at school, she discovers a small red puppy who is destined to become her best friend. When Clifford magically undergoes one heck of a growth spurt, becomes a gigantic dog and attracts the attention of a genetics company, Emily and her Uncle Casey have to fight the forces of greed as they go on the run across New York City. Along the way, Clifford affects the lives of everyone around him and teaches Emily and her uncle the true meaning of acceptance and unconditional love.
